Best Sarah Greener Podcasts (2025)

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30: Sustainable Gift Wrapping — How to Use What You Have and Cut Holiday Waste 32:36

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Every holiday season, those beautifully wrapped gifts under the tree inevitably results in a giant pile of very fancy garbage in five minutes flat. In this week’s episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, Sarah Robertson-Barnes looks at something most of us keep meaning to do better with next year… gift wrapping. From the confusing rules around what’s…

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When your purpose stops landing: How Legal & General rebuilt theirs and how you can too | Emma Hardaker-Jones 33:29

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When a company built on purpose realises its purpose no longer lands, everything has to be re-examined. Even the language that once united it. So how do leaders reshape something so emotional, so foundational, without breaking what made it powerful in the first place? In this episode, Becky is joined by Emma Hardaker-Jones, Group Chief People and T…

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From Burnout to Steady: Systems, Sleep & Scaling Without the Second Shift (with Rachel Cutler) 1:02:24

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If you’ve been white-knuckling your way through life + business like it’s an Olympic sport… this episode is a deep exhale. Today I’m joined by Rachel Cutler, co-owner of the Mahia Beach Store, a tiny seaside general store that’s been serving its community since 1940. And what I love most about this conversation? It’s not the polished “6-figure morn…

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# 70 Sustainability: A Strategic Advantage, (Not Just a Cost), with Sathpal Singh and Jo Masraff 53:28

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It’s time that we reframe sustainability as a criterion for success, not just a checkbox on a regulatory report. And on today’s episode of Green IO, Gaël is joined by Jo Masraff and Sathpal Singh, two domain experts who demonstrate how changing our approach to sustainability can be a key difference maker for businesses across any industry. Jo and S…

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29: Sustainable Holidays with Kids — Minimalism, Presence, and Doing Less with Stephanie Seferian 46:14

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If the holidays seem to get louder and more overwhelming every year, you’re not imagining it. From endless ads to the pressure to make everything “magical,” it’s easy to get swept into a season that feels more stressful than joyful. And for parents trying to have a more sustainable holiday with kids, the noise can make it hard to stay grounded in w…

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We Bought a Business With No Money: Our 18-Year Startup Journey on The Rock 1:06:35

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How an impulse decision, a whole lot of ignorance + arrogance, and two very determined humans built a business… and a marriage. Episode Summary In this raw, hilarious, and deeply honest episode, Jonny joins me on the mic as we take you behind the scenes of our 18-year adventure of buying, building, and growing The Rock our very first business we bo…

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When Your Brain Hits the Brakes: How to Lead Your Business Through a Low-Capacity Season 28:43

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This is your permission slip to slow the hell down without losing your power. If your brain has recently slammed on the brakes while your business is still trying to race ahead at full noise… you are not broken. You’re not failing. You’re not “less than.” You’re a woman navigating a physiological season that most business advice completely ignores.…

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28: Is It Okay to Give Secondhand Gifts? Why Thrifted Gifts Are the Most Eco-Friendly Choice 29:28

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Some of the most meaningful gifts we give (and receive) aren’t new. They’re secondhand. And yet… so many of us still hesitate. In this week’s episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, Sarah Robertson-Barnes digs into the cultural stigma around secondhand gifts, why it lingers, and why it’s slowly shifting. This episode explores what makes a gift meani…

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Can your cuppa change a global industry? Putting the tea in sustainability | Gareth Mead, Lipton 34:25

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We all love a cuppa, but did you know the contents of the mug in your hands could hold the key to transforming global value chains? in this episode, Becky is joined by Gareth Mead, Chief Communications & Sustainability Officer at Lipton Teas and Infusions, the world’s largest tea company. Gareth is responsible for shaping how the business defines a…

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Episode 68: Standing Up for Canada with Arlene Dickinson 42:48

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For months, Canadians have had their elbows up, showing their commitment to choosing local, supporting homegrown business, and reinforcing the value of national unity. This renewed sense of economic patriotism has shaped our consumer habits and helped redefine what it means to be resilient during times of change. Arlene Dickinson, a businesswoman, …

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27: Finding Joy in Creative Reuse — Sustainable Crafting for Every Season with Sibia Torres Padilla 36:59

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What if the things we already have — the scraps, the leaves, the little bits most people throw away — are exactly where creativity begins? This week, Sarah Robertson-Barnes talks with Sibia Torres Padilla, the artist and author behind @sibster and Charming Woodland Crafts: 50 Fun and Easy Projects Made from Natural and Recycled Materials. Sibia sha…

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#69 Big Tech carbon emissions by the millions with Cathleen Berger 52:48

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They say that numbers don’t lie… but what if we are looking at the wrong numbers to begin with? On today’s episode of Green IO, Gaël is joined by Cathleen Berger who is here to help us decipher why accurate emissions reporting is so crucial, and why Big Tech continues to make big mistakes when it comes to the figures they release. Because as the fo…

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26: Holiday Food Waste — Simple Ways to Reduce Waste, Save Money, and Celebrate Sustainably 20:16

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Festive food and drink are an important part of celebrating the holidays, but food waste shouldn’t be. In this episode of Sustainable in the Suburbs, Sarah Robertson-Barnes shares simple, sustainable ways to reduce food waste, save money, and plan mindful, eco-friendly holiday meals. From meal planning and low-waste hosting tips, to getting kids in…

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Mutual benefits: How YBS enacts purpose to make financial services mutual, meaningful and member-led | Susan Allen, YBS 33:49

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What if decisions were not just owned by stakeholders, but shaped by the customers themselves? In this Episode, Becky is joined by Susan Allen. Susan is leading the organisation at a time when financial services must do more than deliver profits. They must build trust, resilience, and create lasting value for their members and communities. In this …

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25: Redefining Sustainable Living — From Zero Waste to Real-World Resilience with Kristy Halderman 57:11

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What happens when your life changes completely — but your commitment to living sustainably stays the same? This week, I’m joined by Kristy Halderman, whose sustainability journey has taken her from Washington, DC to Montana — touching nearly every part of sustainable living along the way. From going all-in on zero waste and launching an oat milk bu…

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#68 A dive into every GenAI rabbit hole with Wilco Burggraaf and Mark Butcher 1:18:23

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Over the last 3 months, several studies were published about GenAI and its environmental footprint. The most famous are Mistral AI’s life cycle analysis and Google’s study on Gemini. The opportunity and the conclusions of the Gemini prompt study were heavily debated in the Green IT field, including by two of the most respected thought leaders: Mark…

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What the 'purpose gap' reveals about leadership and trust (and 3 THINGS needed to get employees to stay) | Sarah Gillard and Ben Hayman 35:41

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Some estimates put the cost of replacing an employee in the UK at 25,000 pounds. And with one in five people considering leaving their roles, that really adds up. It's not just about risk, it's about missed opportunity. In this episode, Becky is joined by Sarah Gillard, CEO of A Blueprint for Better Business, a not-for-profit that helps organisati…

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24: 5 Sustainable Living Mistakes to Avoid (and What to Do Instead) 25:40

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Sustainable living isn’t a straight path — it’s a practice that shifts and changes as we do. Over the years, I’ve learned a lot about what sustainable living really looks like. I’ve tried just about everything, and while some things worked beautifully (at least for a while), others were total disasters! This episode is a look back at a few of those…

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Episode 67: Building Better: Can Prefab Modular Housing Ease Canada's Housing Crisis? – Gaetan Royer 53:20

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The way we build homes hasn’t changed much in decades—and that’s an issue. Gaetan Royer, CEO of Massive Canada, joins this episode of the REAL TIME podcast to explain how new technologies, such as prefab modular housing, can help address Canada’s housing crisis by improving the efficiency of home building. From how it saves builders and homebuyers …

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#67 Can we be optimistic about AI sustainability? With Iuna Tsyrulneva 44:07

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The potential impact of Artificial Intelligence on our worsening climate crisis is certainly a hot topic, pardon the pun. Fortunately, we have an expert on today’s show to help us make sense of it all. Iuna Tsyrulneva is one of the leading voices in AI and sustainability. Well versed on both topics, Iuna holds a PhD in materials science, and works …

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23: Borrow Before You Buy — Sharing, Renting, and the Circular Economy with LEND-IT.CA 39:42

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Do you really need to own everything? From ladders and camping gear to canning supplies and extra tables, so many of the things cluttering our homes only get used once or twice a year. What if borrowing — instead of buying — became our default? For Circular Economy Month, this episode looks at how sharing, renting, and borrowing can strengthen our …

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Breaking Barriers, Balancing Life, and Leading with Heart with Ihipera Peters of Kaupare Law 1:03:52

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Sarah Greener sits down with Ihipera Peters, owner of Kaupare Law a Māori-led law firm blazing trails in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Ihipera is not just a lawyer. She’s a mother of four, a wife, a cultural advocate, and a living example of what it means to run a profitable and present business without losing yourself along the way. Together, Sarah and I…

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WWF’s innovative new model to fund wildlife conservation | Stanley Anyetei, WWF 36:55

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In this episode Becky is joined by Stanley Anyetei, Financing Green Lead at WWF Netherlands. Stanley is helping to redefine how conservation is funded, shifting from traditional philanthropy to innovative financial models that bring in private capital and long-term resilience. In this conversation, you’ll hear why WWF is evolving its funding strate…

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22: From Refills to Resilience — Simple, Real-Life Sustainable Living with Julie Darrell 56:14

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What if stepping into a refill shop for the first time could change the way you see your whole community? This week, I’m joined by Julie Darrell, owner and founder of Bring Your Own Long Beach. Since 2017, Julie has been helping her community cut down on single-use plastics, rethink consumption, and find approachable ways to live more sustainably. …

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Your Business Isn’t Your Baby: How to Let Go and Lead Like a Boss 26:46

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You wouldn’t spoon-feed your teenager, right? So why are you still spoon-feeding your business? In this episode, I’m calling out one of the biggest mindset traps holding brilliant women back, treating your business like a baby that can’t survive without you. 👶💼 If you’re constantly checking in, fixing everyone’s mistakes, and believing that no one …

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#66 Data Centers and Water in the US: a Complex Story with Mohammad Islam and Shaolei Ren 1:01:24

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“We're living under a water stressed world. Maybe not today, but a certain time of the year.” This new reality stated by Dr Shaolei Ren questions both the resiliency and the water footprint of the data center industry. In this episode we bring an academic perspective on these questions with two of the most renowned experts in the field, Dr Shaolei …

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21: Zero Waste Halloween — Eco-Friendly Tips for Costumes, Candy, and Pumpkins 22:00

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Crisis-Proof Your Business: How to Keep It Running Without You 22:14

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What is sustainable finance?: 3 steps to access cheaper, long-term finance and create impact | Vijay Bains, Emirates NBD Group 35:44

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In this episode, Becky is joined by Vijay Bains, Group Chief Sustainability Officer and Head of ESG at Emirates NBD. With a career spanning climate science research, consulting, and corporate leadership, Vijay is leading the charge to embed sustainability at the heart of one of the Middle East’s largest banks, pushing the boundaries of what it mean…

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#65 Green IO London 2025 special episode in collaboration with Architect Tomorrow 26:18

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Today, we don’t have 1 or 2 guests but 10! In partnership with the YouTube channel Architect Tomorrow, we are glad to share with you snippets and interviews of the speakers who made the latest Green IO Conference in London a huge success last week. The audio quality has improved since last year but is still perfectible. Except for this, I hope you’…

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20: Wildlife Conservation, Birding, and Finding Hope in Nature with Matt Howard 1:07:12

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What if noticing a chickadee, or spending Sunday offline, could change the way you see your neighbourhood — and yourself? This week, I’m joined by Matt Howard, a wildlife biologist, writer, and engaging voice on how we connect with the natural world. Matt has worked everywhere from a tiny island in Alaska to California wind farms, and he now brings…

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If It’s Not Documented, It’s Not Delegated: How to Finally Free Up Your Time 32:35

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Hey there, beautiful business mamas 👋 Welcome back to another episode of The Moxie Movement Podcast, your real-talk space where we’re rewriting what success looks like for women balancing business, family, and everything in between. In today’s episode, I’m looking at one the biggest reasons delegation doesn’t work in so many businesses: lack of doc…

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19: Slow, Conscious, and Local — Sustainable Travel with Renee de Ronde 51:49

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What if travel could be a form of care — for the planet, for ourselves, and for each other? This week, I’m joined by Renee de Ronde, the creator behind Conscious Compass, where she shares slow, nature-led travel experiences rooted in beauty, intention, and connection. We talk about everything from glamping and family road trips to Canadian landscap…

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Why Your Schedule Is Sabotaging Your Sales (and Your Sanity) 23:28

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Ever feel like your sales are stalling and you can’t quite put your finger on why? Let me tell you a little trick to fix it: your calendar doesn’t lie. I’m talking the unsexy truth about how your schedule and your sales are linked. The way you spend your time tells the real story of your results. If sales are slipping, chances are your schedule is …

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Episode 66: Burnout is Not a Badge of Honour: The REALTOR® Reset – Jhanelle Peters 1:04:01

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REALTORS® often operate with a high-performance mindset, much like professional athletes. It’s a powerful tool in business, but it can also be a slippery slope to burnout. Psychotherapist Jhanelle Peters, former mental health clinician for the Toronto Raptors, joins REAL TIME to explore the pressures of entrepreneurial careers like real estate. Lis…

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Stop Hating Your Business: 3 Ways to Reset Without Burning It Down 32:29

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Ever felt like the business you lovingly built has morphed into a monster that’s eating up your time, your energy, and your joy? You’re not alone, mama. I’m opening up about one of the hardest seasons in my business journey: the time I built a business so big, so demanding, and so misaligned with my life that I ended up hating it. I’ll share how ig…

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18: Connecting Communities Through Green Spaces with Carolyn Scotchmer 23:58

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“The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” Green spaces strengthen our neighbourhoods, connecting us to nature and to each other. In this episode, I’m joined by Carolyn Scotchmer, Executive Director of TD Friends of the Environment Foundation (TD FEF). Carolyn has spent more than a decade supporting community dev…

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#64 Why we hate recycling with Elaine Brown and Ross Cockburn 55:42

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Elaine and Ross hate recycling. Both know first hand about our computers’ and smartphones’ life. About the wasted opportunities to better use the precious resources into it. Elaine Brown is the CEO of the Edinburgh Remakery who refurbished 295 laptops last year. She’s also a keen expert on the right to repair issues. Ross Cockburn is the Trustee of…

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Blending Cultures, Money Mindset, and Vision with Jonny 40:00

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What happens when two people from completely different worlds come together to build a business and a life? In this episode, Jonny and I get real about what it looks like to blend not just cultures (hello, Kiwi farm girl meets English city boy 🌍) but also wildly different money stories, risk tolerances, and visions for the future. We unpack: ✔ How …

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17: How to Raise Eco-Friendly Kids — Sustainable Living Tips for Parents with Talayna Zacharias 49:37

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Is it possible to raise kids who care about the planet — without adding more to your already overflowing plate? In this episode, I’m joined by Talayna Zacharias, a sustainability educator and content creator based in Alberta, to talk about what it really means to raise eco-conscious kids in a culture that pushes convenience and consumption. We dig …

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#63.b AI & Energy Efficiency: just follow the money? with Anne Currie 35:38

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Anne Currie is the co-author of the acclaimed O’Reilly book “Building Green Software”, a pillar of the GSF, a veteran in the Cloud Industry and also a SF novelist with her series of panopticon books. Preparing her forthcoming keynote at Green IO London, she went all the way down into the rabbit hole of AI and energy efficiency. She investigated fro…

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16: Sustainable Living with Kids — How to Save Money and Reduce Waste with Jessica Nakamura 40:55

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From cloth diapers and thrifted toys to birthday party overload, this is what sustainable living with small kids actually looks like — the joys, the trade-offs, and what makes it doable. This week, I’m joined by Jessica Nakamura — a local realtor, mom of three (including twin toddlers), and self-described “kinda eco mom.” We sat down in my living r…

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#63a AI & Energy Efficiency: why was DeepSeek a defining moment? with Anne Currie 41:45

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Anne Currie is the co-author of the acclaimed O’Reilly book “Building Green Software”, a pillar of the GSF, a veteran in the Cloud Industry and also a SF novelist with her series of panopticon books. Preparing her forthcoming keynote at Green IO London, she went all the way down into the rabbit hole of AI and energy efficiency. She investigated fro…

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How Stacey Went From Being On 24/7 In Her Business to Done by 3 And Paid 6 figures (Without Burning It Down) 1:17:09

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What happens when your phone never stops ringing, you’re working 24/7, and you secretly wonder if burning the whole business down would be easier? That was Stacey M’s reality. Stacey, founder of Great Southern Stay in Albany, Western Australia, shares her journey from chaos to content, from “answering calls straight out of surgery” to finally payin…